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Intellectual Property and Compliance
Intellectual property and compliance advice for businesses
Our intellectual property and compliance lawyers in Melbourne and Mount Waverley help businesses protect their brands, content and confidential information while managing legal and regulatory risk. We advise on trade marks, copyright and licensing, as well as advertising, consumer law and broader compliance obligations, so you can operate with confidence and reduce the risk of disputes.
Licence Agreements – We draft and review IP licence agreements for technology, software, branding and creative content so you can safely commercialise your IP.Â
Privacy Policies including GDPR – We prepare or update privacy policies to comply with the Privacy Act, Australian Privacy Principles and any overseas regimes that apply to your customers.
Data Breach Response Plan – We help you plan and document your response to data breaches, including notification obligations and internal processes.
FAQs: Common questions about trade marks, copyright and regulatory compliance are answered below.
Frequently Asked Questions About Intellectual Property and Compliance
How do I protect my business brand and logo?
While you may have some common law rights, the most robust protection is registering a trade mark with IP Australia. This gives you the exclusive right to use your brand in your industry and makes it easier to take legal action if a competitor tries to use a similar name or logo.
What is the difference between a trade mark and a business name?
Registering a business name with ASIC only allows you to trade under that name; it does not give you ownership or stop others from using it. A trade mark provides legal ownership and property rights, allowing you to prevent others from infringing on your brand identity.
What are my privacy obligations to my customers?
A: If your business collects personal information, you must comply with the Privacy Act and the Australian Privacy Principles. We help you draft Privacy Policies and Data Breach Response Plans that explain how you handle, store, and protect customer data to avoid significant penalties.